Options for Payment

Methods

Personal checks are accepted subject to collection, for which this office assumes no responsibility. If a check is returned for any reason, a $25 returned check fee will be added to your account.

Payments for taxes on parcels in foreclosure cannot be paid with a personal or business check. Payments for these parcels must be made with guaranteed funds (i.e., official or certified bank check, money order, cash, and/or credit card).

Paying by Mail

Payments sent in the mail can only be accepted by the date postmarked on the envelope. Without a postmark on the envelope, mailed payment will be accepted and processed as the date they were received. It is suggested that a taxpayer making a tax payment by mail near a deadline date, send the payment by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. We highly recommend that cash not be sent via U.S. mail.

Credit Cards

Convenience Fees

The County Treasurer accepts Visa, Master Card, and Discover cards. Please note, however, that if you choose to use a credit card or a check card, a convenience fee will be added to each transaction by the credit card processor in addition to any tax, penalty and interest charged. Please telephone our office at 315-253-1211 for further information.

Making Credit Card Payments

Credit card payments can be made in person in the County Treasurer's Office or by phone. The Treasurer's Office requires signed authorization prior to processing any credit card transactions by phone. The Credit Card Authorization Form (PDF) should be filled in per the directions on the form and faxed to 315-253-1369 or mailed to the Treasurer's Office.